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ADVOCATE SPOTLIGHT BOARD SPOTLIGHT YOUNG PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL SUCCESS STORY SWEAR-INS EVENTS AWARENESS

Meet Volunteer Katalina Hibjan
Advocate Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 5/4/20 Advocate Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 5/4/20

Meet Volunteer Katalina Hibjan

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Success Story: Cole, Catie, and Chloe
Success Story Guest User 5/1/20 Success Story Guest User 5/1/20

Success Story: Cole, Catie, and Chloe

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A Heartfelt Message From Our CEO
Awareness Kaitlin Aguilar 5/1/20 Awareness Kaitlin Aguilar 5/1/20

A Heartfelt Message From Our CEO

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Meet Dwayne Smith, Board President
Board Member Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 4/30/20 Board Member Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 4/30/20

Meet Dwayne Smith, Board President

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Meet Volunteer Shannon Baumgardner
Advocate Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 4/6/20 Advocate Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 4/6/20

Meet Volunteer Shannon Baumgardner

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Meet Volunteer Kelly Rippetoe
Advocate Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 3/9/20 Advocate Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 3/9/20

Meet Volunteer Kelly Rippetoe

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Meet Volunteer Debbie Michell
Board Member Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 2/6/20 Board Member Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 2/6/20

Meet Volunteer Debbie Michell

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Meet Jeremy Bravo, Board Assistant Secretary
Advocate Spotlight, Board Member Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 1/14/20 Advocate Spotlight, Board Member Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 1/14/20

Meet Jeremy Bravo, Board Assistant Secretary

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Meet Volunteer Kathy Giddings
Advocate Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 1/9/20 Advocate Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 1/9/20

Meet Volunteer Kathy Giddings

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Meet Elicka Oberdick, Board Treasurer
Board Member Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 1/3/20 Board Member Spotlight Kaitlin Aguilar 1/3/20

Meet Elicka Oberdick, Board Treasurer

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Success Story: Justine
Success Story Guest User 9/13/19 Success Story Guest User 9/13/19

Success Story: Justine

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Success Story: Jack and Nolan
Success Story Guest User 8/14/19 Success Story Guest User 8/14/19

Success Story: Jack and Nolan

Severe physical abuse. Brothers searching for a safe home.

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Success Story: Jacob & Amaya
Success Story Guest User 4/5/19 Success Story Guest User 4/5/19

Success Story: Jacob & Amaya

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Success Story: Blake
Success Story Guest User 4/1/19 Success Story Guest User 4/1/19

Success Story: Blake

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Success Story: Aurora
Success Story Guest User 11/1/16 Success Story Guest User 11/1/16

Success Story: Aurora

GREW UP NEGLECTED. TOOK CARE OF HER YOUNGER SIBLINGS.
THEN SEPARATED FROM HER SIBLINGS IN FOSTER CARE

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Success Story: Bryan
Success Story Guest User 10/1/16 Success Story Guest User 10/1/16

Success Story: Bryan

ENDURED SEVERE PHYSICAL ABUSE AS AN INFANT. MULTIPLE BROKEN BONES, IN A MEDICAL COMA AT THE HOSPITAL

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Success Story: Kai
Success Story Guest User 12/1/15 Success Story Guest User 12/1/15

Success Story: Kai

In foster care by age four. 

Severe physical abuse. 

Deep emotional scars. 

Heartbroken and afraid.

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Success Story: Mya
Success Story Guest User 12/1/14 Success Story Guest User 12/1/14

Success Story: Mya

Born prematurely

Severe medical problems

Multiple foster homes

A lifetime of uncertainty

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Congratulations to our newest class of CASA Volunteer Advocates, sworn in last month! 💙
Each of these individuals has taken an oath to speak up for children in foster care — ensuring their best interests are represented in court and beyond. We
TOMORROW: Join us for a casual Lunch & Learn at Mansfield Mission Center to discover how you can change a child’s story as a CASA volunteer. You’ll meet CASA staff, hear about our mission, and get answers to your questions—all w
🌍 World Mental Health Day

Today is a reminder to slow down, take a breath, and care for yourself. Just as every child deserves a safe and supportive environment, every person deserves the same for their mental health.

Remember this: Be kind to you
✈️ From Pilot to Advocate: Barbara Wenzel’s Journey of Service - @fortworthreport

The Fort Worth Report recently featured CASA of Tarrant County volunteer Barbara Wenzel, a U.S. Air Force veteran whose call to serve didn’t end when she l
We were so excited to be a part of National Night Out! CASA staff attended multiple events last night, and our CASA flyers were seen all around the city! It was great to visit with so many community members and meet neighborhood officers. @fortworthp
The fall semester at Tarrant County College is off to an inspiring start! Community Engagement Specialist Suzy Yowell is leading a dynamic class all about volunteerism—helping students 55+ discover meaningful ways to give back and find the perf
We were proud to attend the Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce Luncheon! Pictured: CASA staff member Kate Snow with Board Member Roy Paley.
💙👥 Teamwork Makes the Difference

Did you know CASA volunteers can team up to work cases together?

Some cases are complex and involve multiple children, or situations where collaboration brings extra support. When volunteers partner, they can shar
CASA of Tarrant County is thrilled to team up with the @fortworthpd Fort Worth Police Department for this year’s National Night Out!

On Tuesday, October 7th, the Fort Worth Police Department will be helping us spread the word about CASA’
When a child is removed from their home due to abuse or neglect, everything changes — their surroundings, their school, their routines. That’s where you come in. 

Want to become a CASA before 2025 ends? We’re making it easier than